Experiments in Elegance
Showing posts with label 1890s. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1890s. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 14, 2012

The Pimp Polka

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Inquiring minds wanted to know (see my previous post). Luckily, I have a poor quality video! I can take no responsibility for this, but Nick...
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Monday, August 13, 2012

1890s at the Roger Williams Casino

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For the 1890s ball, we went all out on the glitter. For me that meant a tiara, two necklaces, and 14 sparkly bow pins. Excessive? Since it w...
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Sunday, April 22, 2012

Jewels, Gems, and Treasures at the MFA

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About couple of weeks ago (but oh, I've been busy since then), I went to the MFA with a dear friend. At the moment, they are having an a...
Friday, March 30, 2012

Jules Louis Machard: Jeune femme en tenue de soiree assise pres dun bouquet dhortensias

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I love this painting. Unfortunately, I can't find any information about it in English, so it will have to speak for itself. The sleeve...
Thursday, December 1, 2011

Fringe Tiaras as Bodice Jewelry

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Fringe tiaras are beautiful and fabulous. They look like this, and have been favorites of royalty throughout the 19th century and beyond. S...
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Antonia Pugliese
Antonia is a 19th century girl who teaches vintage dance, sews reproduction clothing, collects beautiful things, and generally has adventures. Expect to hear her talk about clothing, dancing, silly things, history, and even more clothing. She likes her interests and her friends to be mildly impractical and highly romantic.
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